September/October 2007

Feature Articles		Page
NOT YOUR AVERAGE MOON GARDEN by Barbara Paul Robinson Bold shapes, a strong pattern, and bright colors make this design stand out all day, every day		28
CONTAINER DESIGN: PLANTING IDEAS FOR AUTUMN by Muffin Evander These four recipes hold up even as the temperatures go down		34
TEN TIME-SAVING TIPS by Kerry A. Mendez Garden smart by following these low-maintenance strategies		38
SAGE ADVICE by David Salman These easy-to-grow perennials offer a variety of blooms and sizes and perform well in dry conditions		43
CHOOSING DECKING MATERIALS by Jennifer Scott Gibson Today's selections include a lineup of durable yet attractive materials		50
INTERVIEW: A DESIGN STYLE FOR THE 21st CENTURY by Steve Aitken Landscape architect Bernard Trainor discusses his approach to modern garden design		56
Departments		Page
CONTRIBUTORS		6
OVER THE FENCE		8
TIPS		12
PLANTS TO KNOW AND GROW Dalea purpurea, Hypericum calycinum 'Brigadoon', Lavandula angustifolia 'Violet Intrigue'		16
Q&A		18
INSPIRED DESIGN Living lightly on the land		20
HEALTHY GARDEN Improve your soil by raking less		24
PLANTING PLAN An exciting bed for a high-profile area		26
REGIONAL REPORTS: PLANTS THAT THRIVE ON NEGLECT Midwest, Upper Plains, Northwest, Southwest, Lower Plains, Southeast, Northeast		64
PRONUNCIATION GUIDE and HARDINESS ZONE MAP		78
ADVERTISERS' DIRECTORY		84
LAST WORD		86

Not Your Average Moon Garden, Container Design: Planting Ideas for Autumn, Ten Time-Saving Tips, Sage Advice, Choosing Decking Materials, Interview: A Design Style for the 21st Century